Five thousand years ago, silver made its debut to civilization. An enigma of creation, requiring loving care, easily tarnished, yet extremely malleable and durable.
These traits seem reminiscent of the Jewish people, always desiring His loving care, yet strong and resilient, hammered without breaking through the ages – an optimistic people, always seeking a silver lining.
What exactly is a silver lining? It is a metaphor conveying a glimmer of hope, in the midst of despair. This ability to envision one has sustained us. Yes, we have faced many clouds throughout our history. But “every cloud has a silver lining,” underscoring our fortitude in overcoming obstacles.
Years ago, I wrote a song entitled “Silver Lining.” Ken Burgress, illustrious British-Israeli singer and composer, wrote for major bands prior to his conversion and relocation to Israel. I chose him to sing it. His resonant voice of conviction was a gift, an inspiration.
“There is a place, a mystic place, like nowhere else on Earth. The Sun, it shines with Heaven’s glow, a canvas carved in stone – our dream is now reborn.”
